6 Tips for Cool Weather Camping with Kids

Fall is here! While those balmy summer nights may be behind us, there’s no reason to let a little fall chill keep you from camping with kids. Here are 6 tips for cozy sleeping while the temperature dips.

First things first: cold air is the enemy. The more air you have to heat, the harder it will be to warm up. This will make sense soon, I promise.

1. Ditch the party tent. Those giant tents are great for dance parties, but if warmth is what you’re after, the smaller, the better. A backpacking tent has just enough room for you to sleep in, sit up, and change clothes with a few contortions. It’s not the Ritz, but once zipped up, the air inside will warm up (and stay warm) in no time.
2. Learn to love that mummy bag. For optimal warmth, your sleeping bag should be just a…